Mauritania

West Africa, Mauritania
Mauritania

People from Mauritania are called:

Male/General:

Mauritanian

Pronunciation:

/ˌmɔːrɪˈteɪniən/

Quick Facts

Population:
4,862,989 (2024 est.)
Country:
Mauritania
Region:
West Africa

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Etymology & Origin

From the ancient Berber kingdom of Mauretania, meaning 'land of the Moors'.

About Mauritania

  • Capital city: Nouakchott.
  • Bridge between North and sub-Saharan Africa, largely covered by Sahara Desert.
  • Known for iron ore mining, fishing, and traditional nomadic culture.
  • Arabic is the official language with French widely used and several indigenous languages.

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